If you haven’t learned, it’s okay to come out of hiding now. No, the pandemic isn’t exactly over, we’re just easing back into society the best way possible. That means you can actually take your special someone out on a date! Finally.
Also, if you’re one of those persons that found love during the lockdown and you’re ready for your first actual date, then you should work towards making it a lasting experience.
To this end, we’ve put together ten of the best places you can go on a date in Lagos on a N10,000 – N15,00 budget. We’ve divided the locations into Lagos mainland and Island, so you can choose according to proximity and accessibility.
Alright, let’s get to it!
Lagos Island
Atmosphere rooftop
This restaurant is one of the trendiest places on the island of Lagos right now. Situated in Lennox Mall, Admiralty Way Lekki, the rooftop lounge ( true to its name) is a contemporary restaurant that embodies the millennial character. It’s aesthetics, design, and colors giving it a warm, cozy ambience which is perfect for a date. They also serve an array of interesting meals and cocktails to suit your taste.
Bogobiri house
If you or your date enjoy the arts then the Bogobiri house would be a great place to go. It’s located at 9, Maitama Sule Street, Lagos. The place is home to different artworks for your viewing pleasure. There’s also a live band that supplies invigorating live music. Plays and open mics are hosted on some nights in Bogobiri House as well. This is one of the most exotic places to be within the city.
Ocean Baskets
Ocean Baskets is located at 1392 Tiamiyu Savage Street, Victoria Island, Lagos. The ambience of the restaurant is warm and inviting, great for a conversation. They also serve several exciting seafood dishes so if your date loves seafood, this is one place to be.
Ember Creek Waterfront
This restaurant is located at 32, Awolowo Road, Obalende Ikoyi. It also transforms into an enchanting bar at night that supplies booming afro-pop music for maximum entertainment. If your date is the type enjoys groovy music that this the place to be.
Terra Kulture
Terra Kulture, founded by Bolanle Austen Peters is bursting with artistic recreational delights for guests. It is located at 1376 Tiamiyu Savage Street, Victoria Island Lagos. Terra Kulture is fitted with an African restaurant that serves local dishes. The place also sports a library, bookshop, an art gallery and language school. Another exciting aspect of Terra Kulture is the theatre where plays are staged every Wednesday and Sunday. Guaranteed maximum entertainment for you and your date.
Also read:
-Five Telltale Signs The Girl You Like Will Date You
-Eight Places You Should Never Wear Flip-flops To
-Fun & Safe Places To Visit During The Covid-19 Pandemic
Lagos Mainland
Lihao Chinese Restaurant
If your date enjoys Chinese food then Lihao Chinese Restaurant is a good place to be. It’s situated at Thorburn Avenue, Yaba, Lagos. They serve delicious Chinese food to suit your palate in a cozy environment.
Cafe Neo
This is a spot where young people like to have coffee, relax and maybe read a book. It’s also perfect for brunch dates. They’ve a few outlets but one that comes highly recommended is the one at E-Centre, Yaba, and their outlet at Sanusi Fafunwa Street, Victoria Island. They serve a variety of coffee, healthy smoothies and pastries you can enjoy while you converse
Belgian Rose
This bakery is nestled in one of the busiest places in Yaba – Sabo. It’s located at 318, Herbert Macaulay Way. The serenity inside this quaint bakery helps you forget the bustle that’s just outside. It’s perfect for having intimate conversations while trying out yummy pastries.
Melting moments
Melting moments serves a wide variety of ice cream flavours. There’s the mint choc chip, vanilla with sprinkles, chunky monkey, cookies, and cream; the choices are dizzying. They have outlets on the Island and the mainland. Their mainland location is at Shop U02, by Silverbird Cinema, Ikeja City Mall, Alausa, Ikeja. They also serve pastries and desserts to go with; definitely for the sweet-toothed.
Tarkwa Bay
Now, this list wouldn’t be complete if we didn’t add a beach, for the culture and where else but Tarkwa Bay? Located at Lagos harbour, this beach is aesthetically pleasing and quite the place to have a romantic date with your love interest. It also offers other activities including horse riding, beach hockey, and others. Dress for the beach and take with you a camera for good snaps.
For your daily dose of tech, lifestyle, and trending content, make sure to follow Plat4om on Twitter @Plat4omLive, on Instagram @Plat4om, on LinkedIn at Plat4om, and on Facebook at Plat4om. You can also email us at info@plat4om.com and join our channel on Telegram at Plat4om. Finally, don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel HERE.